Woman Begins Historic Solo Journey Across Antarctica

A 33-year old British woman commenced her attempt to be the first woman to cross the frozen continent of Antarctica alone.

Felicity Aston estimated her trek would cover over 1,000 miles and last approximately 70 days.

It is her first solo journey.

"This is ... the first time I will have spent this length of time without company. It's part of the challenge of the expedition, to see how I'll cope with it," said Aston to The Associated Press shortly before embarking on her adventure.

The adventurer also said the trip will be a mental challenge.

"Your life reduces to eating, sleeping and skiing. It's a form of meditation. You get into a rhythm, and all you can hear is your own breathing, your own heartbeat, the sound of your clothes and your skis. It's kind of an altered state," Aston said.